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In 2021 when the economy was beginning to emerge from the pandemic, housing starts increased 16 percent over 2020 levels.
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Housing starts increased 16 percent over 2020 levels in 2021 when economy was emerging from pandemic
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Claim Maker
Kermit Baker
Context Type
News Article
Context Details
{
    "date": "August 8, 2025",
    "year": "2021",
    "author": "Kermit Baker",
    "subject": "Housing starts",
    "percentage_increase": "16"
}
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Housing Economy Pandemic
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Created
February 15, 2026 at 3:43 PM (3 months ago)
Last Updated
February 15, 2026 at 3:43 PM (3 months ago)

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A Construction Turnaround Starts with Housing
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Nonresidential building spending is slowing, with weakness projected through 2026. A rebound in homebuilding is unlikely soon due to high prices and interest rates. Conversion of commercial buildings to housing offers some optimism.

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